How To Fix PPEMPL042 - Alternative &1 has impermissible type: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEMPL -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Alternative &1 has impermissible type: &3

What causes this issue?

The system has found at least one alternative in the database that has a
a type that is not intended for conversion or does not lie in the
customer namespace.

System Response

To avoid inconsistencies in the database, the system does not perform
the conversion.

How to fix this error?

If the object is not used productively, attempt to delete it.
If you cannot delete the object, enhance the report so that the object
type is either recognized as a customer object or is intended for
conversion.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEMPL042 - Alternative &1 has impermissible type: &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPEMPL042 indicates that there is an issue with the alternative specified in a planning scenario, particularly in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules. The message states that the alternative (denoted as &1) has an impermissible type (denoted as &3). This typically means that the alternative you are trying to use is not compatible with the expected type for the operation you are performing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Alternative Type: The alternative you are trying to use may not be of the correct type for the operation or planning scenario you are working with. For example, if the system expects a production alternative but you are providing a maintenance alternative, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the master data setup, such as incorrect settings in the material master or production resources.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the alternatives, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Alternative Type: Verify that the alternative you are using is of the correct type for the operation you are performing. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, production resources).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the alternatives is set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the planning book or the data view you are using.
  Data Validation: Validate the data related to the alternatives. Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables (e.g., alternative definitions, production resources).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the alternatives and their types in the context of your planning scenario.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for alternative configuration) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.